Community Grants

Projects and services that strengthen community support, connection and wellbeing across Upper Hutt.

Closes

Opens annually around July. The 2026 round ran 13 July to 19 August

Who can apply

Local and regional organisations delivering services in Upper Hutt. The application must show a strong district-wide benefit, a clear need, a history of seeking other funding, and substantial volunteer involvement.

Amount

Set by the request

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Marae & hapū, Iwi & Māori organisations, Organisations & providers, Community groups

Before you apply

The council page contradicts itself as at 23 August 2026. Its summary gives the 2026 round as 13 July to 19 August, while the questions below it still describe the 2025 round and say the 2026 dates have not been set. Treat the round as annual and mid-year. Individuals cannot apply. Not funded: capital items and projects, wages and salaries, prize money, travel, entry or conference fees. The unobvious one — if the project could be funded directly by central government, or you qualify for other funding, the council will normally not consider it. Contact funding@uhcc.govt.nz.

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Checked 16 September 2026

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